Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Transmission Description (Description and Operation)
The 4R70W has the following features:
- Wide ratio gears
- Four speeds
- Rear wheel drive
- Automatic
- Electronic shift
- Torque converter clutch control
- Line pressure controls
The transmission uses Ravigneaux-style double-pinion gearset with two bands, one one-way roller clutch, one mechanical diode and four friction clutches to produce four forward gears and Reverse.
4R70W Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transaxle/Transmission
General Specifications
a - MERCON V is not interchangeable at this time with the current MERCON
fluids. Check the
transmission fluid level indicator to determine the correct fluid and refer to
the ...
Identification Tags
All vehicles are equipped with a Vehicle Certification Label, located
on the driver side door lock post.
For correct transmission identification, refer to the code in the space
marked TR.
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Other materials:
Tracer Dye Leak Detection
Special Tool(s)
120 Watt 110 Volt UV Lamp
20C
164-R0721 or equivalent
NOTE: Ford Motor Company vehicles are produced with a permanent leak
tracer dye incorporated into
the A/C system. The location of leaks can be pinpointed by the bright
ye ...
Evaporative Emissions (Diagnosis and Testing)
Special Tool(s)
Evaporative Emission System
Leak Tester
310-F007 (134-00056) or
equivalent
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
418-F052, or equivalent scan
tool
Evaporative Em ...
Flywheel Ring Gear
Removal
1. Remove the flywheel.
2. WARNING: This procedure should be carried out only by a
correctly equipped and
experienced acetylene torch operator. Tongs must be used or asbestos gloves
worn
when handling the heated flywheel ring gear. Failure to f ...
